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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1906
Page
7
Advocates claim the state constitution frames the fight to open ballot boxes and investigate frauds despite a Supreme Court approval. They push to pursue relief in federal court, arguing municipal ownership could recover stolen rights and remedies.
A fragment notes a twenty year franchise extension for a company with blanket rights in the city. It promises only 60 000 dollars yearly for park improvements and hints at traffic benefits. Mentions abrogation of a contract for city light credits and transfer of credits to a municipal plant. A ten year contract for public rights is also referenced.
A narrative on corporate control shaping state politics describes a tax receipts scheme used to bend an election. Officials manipulated books to boost tax collections for real estate firms, creating a public safety umbrella used to justify influence over city governance and court decisions.
Markets show a calm start with firm prices across veg. Cabbage rises per the hundred, carrots at 1.50 a sack, California tomatoes at 1.26, and new turnips trading around 2.60 per unit.
A chaotic grocery list itemizes prices for produce and goods. Cantaloupes are scarce at 3.50 per case while California limes go for 11 per case. Butter eggs cheese and meat show firm prices with varied regional references and multiple commodities listed.
Slocan City Vancouver Aug 10 sheriff takes town control after mayor and aldermen fail to honor debts to C B Smithering. Funds redirected from saloon and hotel fees to salaries, a special tax eyed, real estate likely to sell at public auction if unpaid, city fell from 1000+ to about 150 residents. Star want ads urged for quick finds.
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